The Independence Blue Devils are headed away from home for the first time to face off against the Padua Franciscan Bruins at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. Keep an eye on the score for this one: both posted some lofty point totals in their previous games.
Last Wednesday, Independence didn't have too much breathing room in their contest against Berkshire, but they still walked away with a 62-58 victory. The win made it back-to-back victories for the Blue Devils.
Meanwhile, Padua Franciscan had to kick off their season on the road on Tuesday, but they showed no ill effects. They blew past Normandy, posting a 78-44 win. The victory was some much needed relief for the Bruins as it spelled an end to their three-game losing streak dating back to last season.
Independence didn't have too much breathing room in their game against Padua Franciscan when the teams last played back in December of 2023, but they still walked away with a 66-62 win. The rematch might be a little tougher for Independence since the squad won't have the home-court advantage this time around. We'll see if the change in venue makes a difference.
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